EddyGordo

Every time I read "You Or Someone Like You | Etat Libre d'Orange" as a suggestion in the well-known "Searching for a Summer Scent" topics, I immediately had Adele's song in my ears or rather in my head. Scents that you can hear if you will.

Let's get to the point:
The main ingredient is undoubtedly mint.
It comes in a quite authentic form and does not feel overloaded or explosive like, for example, Kobe Gardens.
In general, the scent is quite balanced regarding the sillage. Nothing here screams, but nothing whispers either. It certainly doesn't scratch or sting.
The other notes quickly fade into the background due to the presence of mint. Yes, I can smell something floral in the background, and yes, somehow I can also sense grass. Musk? Hmm, it could form part of the foundation.
But it could also be that this is what makes "You Or Someone Like You | Etat Libre d'Orange" feel so rounded, not to mention the freshness. Therefore, it's definitely more suitable for warmer days.

The scent recommendations in the well-known categories definitely have their justification.
The theme of mint has been fully captured here, but it can quickly be negatively associated with an old Wrigley's spearmint gum, at least for me.
However, that is not the case here.

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Cococaine.. Strong name, but it could also be called Copacabana for me. Therefore, I already share the opinion of other users.

The scent starts off very powdery, leaning strongly towards the feminine.
It then transitions into a sunscreen accord. Shortly after, the sweet creamy coconut unfolds. Before it becomes too boring, a fresh grapefruit adds the necessary zest.
Together, this creates a very successful summer, sun, sunshine scent that conveys a vacation feeling at the beach.
It fits wonderfully in that context for me.
Towards the end, a note becomes noticeable that, in my opinion, is meant to support the coconut; I at least imagine cardamom here.

Overall, the scent is very rounded and sensitive. It simply has this carefreeness. Nothing scratches here, nothing bites, and nothing stings. Very mass-appealing, which does not diminish the scent itself at all. It is relatively simple in construction.
At first, I would have said it is a simple Jil Sander Sun with a bit of coconut, but that wouldn’t do cococaine justice. There is definitely more behind it.
The scent is well perceivable, not a monster but also not a whisperer. Longevity settled around 6 hours, which I think is okay.
I would like to find something to complain about, but there is little to no criticism to be made.
In terms of price, everyone has to figure that out for themselves (as always), that would be the only downside if you will.

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Introduction:
The drunken fool stumbles around.
Purposefully, he heads towards the next bar in his leather jacket and dirty jeans with mud stains, where he finally finds a seat after 15 minutes.
Once arrived, he takes off his leather jacket, and in the dim light, the mud stains on his jeans are hardly noticeable.
He sips contentedly from the aromatic cognac glass. In between, he is overtaken by a craving for dark chocolate, and he keeps nibbling from the chocolate bar.
The initially rude loud remarks turn into a familiar conversation with his seat neighbor.
After several hours in a now sociable atmosphere, he decides to go home and happily goes to bed.

The scent:
Boozy, boozy & boozy. Overflowing. Right from the start.
The scent unfolds in the opening as dirty and earthy for me with slight leather tones, very clumsy overall.
A bitter dark chocolate is supposed to round it off towards the end.
10-15 minutes must pass for the beauty of the scent to unfold.

Development:
Cognac/Rum - aromatic, bitter, and slightly smoky. Subtle sweetness.
Dark bitter chocolate, pronounced and strong.
Patchouli, not listed, but the scent has this earthy character for me. This dirty note wonderfully embraces the leather as it develops further under the boozy chocolate smell.
Pepper and cinnamon form a perfect counterpoint regarding the spiciness of the scent. The cinnamon wonderfully softens the scent into a sweet tone.
Boozy Boy could also be called Bad Boy. A lot of character strength in this regard, always slightly wicked but on the other hand smooth and cuddly.
The scent remains rather on the bitter side as a whole in its notes. This rather subtly held sweetness suits the scent excellently.

Conclusion:
A wonderful fragrance creation from the house of Superfumista, I like it extraordinarily well.
Those who are into boozy scents might find something here, but you should take your time when testing.

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A very idiosyncratic, enchanting encounter that comes across as absolutely mysterious.

The opening starts off a bit clumsy, a sensual sweetness with far too much patchouli that almost overwhelms you. Those who survive the patchouli overdose are rewarded with a profound scent that is incredibly seductive. I've never encountered a fragrance quite like this.
To my nose, it’s a mix of boozy, dry woody, earthy and dirty, sweetened and all enriched with an ambient quality.
The overall masterpiece then unfolds something somewhat indefinable towards the end, which for me is absolutely elusive. An absolute riddle.
In general, the scent is one of the more complex types.
With a 7.1, the fragrance is rated quite poorly, which it definitely does not deserve.

For me, it’s been a long time since I’ve given a 12/10; this one has truly blown me away. The scent remains a mystery to me, one that has captivated me.
Deep, sensual, and at the same time wicked..
..that’s something you have to achieve.

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Hooked by the scent, I was introduced to it in 2021 by the YouTuber "The Fragrance Apprentice," who took a no-holds-barred approach in his video “Armaf - Club De Nuit Sillage and the downfall of Creed.”
As of now, the video has generated over 168,000 views.

But let's get to the point:
I really like the scent, especially in spring. Club de Nuit Sillage Eau de Parfum floats wonderfully in the air with extraordinary longevity.
But what is it that lingers in the air?
It’s this interplay of mainly 3 essential components:
lightly sharp citrus, cushioned and beautified with floral notes and a metallic note that brings a cooling effect.
Through this cool metallic note, the synthetic aspect of the fragrance comes through, which is noticeable to me but far from being as bothersome as it is for others. This synthetic quality has its charm as it creates edges and contours.
It actually makes a difference whether I smell the fragrance from my arm and get close to it with my nose or whether I perceive the scent as a whole in the air.
From the arm, it gives a clumsy impression in direct comparison to Creed. The Armaf scratches the surface of Silver Mountain Water well, but doesn’t dive deeper into the components. As a result, the scent seems wild and haphazard to me.
In the air, however, it looks quite different. The fragrance experience appears more harmonious, balanced, and thus comes with a bit more complexity as the notes somehow fit together better.

In conclusion, I can only say:
Sillage is more multifaceted, and the three mentioned scent directions stand out clearly. They possess a high density. The fragrance is loud and lasts me throughout a workday.
Silver Mountain Water is quiet, with a somewhat intertwined depth, and of course, the quality is different. However, it only lasts through the lunch break during the workday.
For me, it's a clear recommendation to at least test "Club de Nuit Sillage (Eau de Parfum) | Armaf."

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